Bakersville, NC Fishing Trip — May
Your Bakersville, NC Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 52°F5.6" rain · 20 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
5 species
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentWhite Bass
Various
May Weather in Bakersville
68°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
5.6"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
19 Guides Near Bakersville
No guides are based in Bakersville, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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North Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.
Species Regulations
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Applies to aggregate of striped bass and hybrid striped bass. Anglers should check for local regulations on specific bodies of water.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No regulations for carp in North Carolina.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth and smallmouth bass are included in the same aggregate limit.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
There are some exceptions to the statewide regulations on certain waters. Check posted signage or the NC Wildlife Resources Commission website for specific regulations.